Austin Laser Dentist - Helen Ragsdale DDS, 11615 Angus Rd Ste 101, Austin 78759, United States (US) - Phone: 512 346-4690

Descriptive Text for Authorship goes here

By

Whiter Teeth for Austin

Have you tried any over-the-counter teeth whitening products? If so, did you get the whiter teeth you wanted?

Whiter Teeth for Austin - Smiling Woman
Whiter Teeth Austin

Probably not. Teeth whitening is the most popular procedure in cosmetic dentistry, but with so many options to choose from when it comes to whitening your smile, you may have difficulty determining which products and procedures will actually give you a bright white smile.

Austin cosmetic dentist Dr. Helen Ragsdale offers several teeth whitening services at her Austin and Round Rock dental offices.

LaserSmile for Whiter Teeth Now

With a total treatment time of only 45 minutes, LaserSmile is a fast and easy way to whiten your teeth. This procedure is safe, effective, and allows you to leave your appointment with a smile that is up to ten shades lighter than when you took a seat in the dental chair. For post-treatment touch-ups, Dr. Ragsdale will provide you with top and bottom bleaching trays and a syringe of professional-strength whitening gel to use in the comfort of your own home.

Zoom! Chairside Teeth Whitening

As the most well known teeth whitening system, Zoom! involves a revolutionary, light-activated whitening gel that whitens teeth instantly. The entire procedure takes about one hour, and teeth in some cases, teeth can be lightened up to eight shades. As with LaserSmile, Dr. Ragsdale will provide you with at-home teeth bleaching trays to maintain the results of your treatment.

Turbo At-Home Teeth Whitening

For patients who wish to whiten their teeth in the privacy of their own home and at their convenience, Turbo At-Home teeth whitening is an effective way to lighten your teeth an average of five shades. The process begins when you come to our office to have impressions made of your upper and lower teeth. These impressions will be used to fabricate custom bleaching trays. Once your trays are ready, load them with the professional-strength whitening gel and wear them approximately one hour a day for seven to ten days, unless otherwise instructed by Dr. Ragsdale.

As you can see, you have many options when it comes to cosmetically whitening your smile. For more information or to reserve an appointment, call our Austin , Tx dental office at (512) 346-4690.

By

Teeth Whitening Options in Austin TX

Teeth Whitening Options Austin
Teeth Whitening Options Austin

Which Teeth Whitening Options are Right for Me?

So you’ve decided you want to try to make your teeth a little bit whiter. Perhaps you smoke or use other tobacco products, drink a lot of coffee, or just want to restore the pearly luster your teeth had when you were younger. You know you want whiter teeth, but you’re just not sure how to go about achieving that shiny smile. What are your teeth whitening options? The tooth-whitening section at your local drug store can be confusing, with pastes, gels, trays, and strips. Today, Austin dentist Dr. Helen Ragsdale explains some of the at-home whitening technologies, in addition to the whitening services she offers in her Austin dental office.

Whitening Strips and Gels

Whitening strips and gels are similar, as both are peroxide based. The gels usually come in a small bottle, and the gel is painted on the teeth with an applicator or small brush. You can generally expect to see results within a few days and those results can last up to four months. Whitening strips are thin, clear sheets that are coated with peroxide-based gel. The results are similar to paint-on whitening gels.

Whitening Toothpastes

Toothpastes in general remove some surface stains because they contain abrasives. Whitening toothpastes often contain polishing or chemical agents that can supplement the stain removal process.

Whitening Trays

Tray-based whitening systems are available both over the counter and from your dentist. To use these, a patient fills the mouthguard-like trays with a peroxide agent to bleach the teeth. The mouthguard is left in the mouth for a specific time period each day, for a week or longer, depending on the level of staining and desired degree of whitening.

Laser Whitening

Dr. Ragsdale offers the fastest way to achieve a beautiful smile. Laser whitening with Dr. Ragsdale is safe, effective, and immediate. The treatment lasts about 45 minutes, and only 24 of those minutes involve use of the laser. The treatment is gentle and can brighten your smile by as many as nine shades. Patients will also receive top and bottom bleaching trays for at-home touchups.

Schedule a Consultation

The best way to know which whitening agent would be best for you is to speak with Dr. Ragsdale. To schedule an appointment with Austin’s gentle laser dentist, contact our office at (512) 346-4690.

By

Austin Teeth Whitening from Austin’s Gentle Dentist

Do you wish your smile still sparkled like it did when you were in your teens and 20s? Have aging and habits like drinking coffee or smoking cigarettes discolored your teeth? Teeth whitening from Dr. Helen Ragsdale, an Austin cosmetic dentist, can give you a fresh, white smile.

Austin_Teeth_Whitening
Enjoy your smile with teeth whitening from your Austin Dentist

Dr. Ragsdale offers a variety of professional whitening options, which are safer, more effective, and faster than over-the-counter products. Her chosen systems include:

LaserSmile: This in-office method takes about 45 minutes. Dr. Ragsdale will treat your teeth with a gel, which she will then activate with a laser for about 20 minutes. With LaserSmile, patients walk out of Dr. Ragsdale’s dental office with teeth that are, on average, nine shades whiter! LaserSmile is great for sensitive teeth and includes and at-home system for touchups.

Zoom!: Another in-office treatment, Zoom! employs a light-activated hydrogen peroxide gel to instantly whiten teeth. The entire whitening process takes about an hour, with three 20-minute sessions. Patients experience low sensitivity and notice a difference of about eight shades in tooth color. Zoom! also includes a companion system for at-home touchups.

Turbo At-Home: If you choose this system, Dr. Ragsdale will take impressions of your upper and lower teeth and send them off so you can have custom whitening trays, which hold the whitening gel closely against your teeth. You will wear the trays one her per day for between seven and 10 days. Turbo At-Home whitening lightens teeth up to five shades. Because your teeth will naturally return to their original shades (depending on your diet and hygiene routine), you will probably need at-home touchups twice a year.

Whichever system you choose, Dr. Ragsdale will ensure your safety and comfort. And if payment is an issue, she offers affordable financing options and various whitening specials.

For more information about teeth whitening, call Austin Dentist Helen Ragsdale DDS to schedule your consultation in her Austin dental office. She’s an experienced cosmetic and dentist, and she can brighten your smile!

By

Periodontal Disease Prevention Tips – Austin Laser Dentist

Nobody likes finding out they have gum disease or that they require treatment. Fortunately, avoiding this problem is exceptionally easy as long as you know what to do and what to avoid to ensure your teeth and gums remain healthy and comfortable. You may wonder about periodontal disease prevention – isn’t brushing and flossing every day enough? Even if you take excellent care of your teeth and gums, that may not be enough, though home care is certainly an essential factor in protecting your smile. So to make sure that smile remains healthy and beautiful for years to come, we encourage you to look over the following simple steps to prevent periodontal disease:

Step #1: Brush (And Do It Correctly)

You will need to brush your teeth at least twice a day. Brushing after meals is also helpful, as long as you wait approximately 30 minutes before doing so to avoid pressing debris and bacteria into your teeth and gums. Make sure you’re using a soft-bristle brush that you are replacing once every three months or sooner if the brush looks shabby.

Step #2 and #3: Floss and Rinse

Use approximately 1½ feet of dental floss, cleaning between all of your teeth with a fresh segment of floss as you go. Finish your dental hygiene at home with mouthwash. Rinse with antibacterial mouthwash containing essential oil.

Step #4: Watch Your Diet

Avoid starch and sugar – these may cause the bacteria in your mouth to proliferate at a faster rate, which may cause periodontal disease to come on much quicker.

Step #5: Visit Us Consistently

We suggest exams and cleanings not only because we love seeing your beautiful smiles but also because they help you avoid periodontal disease. First, you cannot completely remove plaque – the leading cause of gum disease – at home, even with your best efforts. Twice annual professional dental cleanings will ensure your mouth is completely clean. Also, if your gums have become inflamed, we will detect and treat the problem immediately rather than allowing it to blossom into periodontal disease.

ABOUT YOUR AUSTIN LASER DENTIST:

At Austin Laser Dentist, Dr. Helen Ragsdale provides a full range of dental services including preventive, restorative, and cosmetic, with a focus in gentle dentistry. To schedule an appointment or consultation, contact our Austin Dental office at 512-346-4690. Austin Laser Dentist is proud to serve patients from Austin, Round Rock, and surrounding communities.

By

Dental Bonding Questions and Answers – Austin Laser Dentist

Dental Bonding Austin TxDo you typically feel good about your smile’s appearance but there are some minor concerns that are keeping you from feeling absolutely wonderful about your smile? If you are dealing with small issue that could look better with additional tooth tissue or a bit of coverage, you may wish to consider the advantages of dental bonding. This cosmetic treatment is simple and cost-effective, and can quickly guide you toward the stunning smile you desire. Not quite sure if this solution is right for your needs? Read ahead for answers to some of your more pressing questions:

Dental Bonding Questions and Answers

Question: What is dental bonding?

Answer: It’s a cosmetic treatment that you may think of an additive treatment. We add material to your tooth where it is missing tissue, where additional tissue would improve its appearance, or where your tooth requires camouflaging. We will use composite – a synthetic resin material – to achieve your goals. First, we will bond many layers to your tooth. Next, we will shape the composite into the appropriate shape, or into a thin layer. Once dried and polished, this material will create the illusion of the tooth shape, size, length, or smile uniformity that you want.

Question: What types of goals can I achieve with bonding?

Answer: Dental bonding allows you to achieve a variety of smile goals, including the following:

  • We may fill spaces between your teeth, so neighboring teeth appear to touch one another without the use of braces
  • We may extend the appearance of a tooth that looks too short
  • Bonding improves chips and camouflages the appearance of minor cracks
  • We may cover extreme staining with bonding

Question: Will bonding last?

Answer: Yes, it may last many years. We encourage you to avoid abrasive toothpastes, alcohol-based mouthwashes, and staining foods to get the most out of this treatment.

ABOUT YOUR AUSTIN LASER DENTIST:

At Austin Laser Dentist, Dr. Helen Ragsdale provides a full range of dental services including preventive, restorative, and cosmetic, with a focus in gentle dentistry. To schedule an appointment or consultation, contact our Austin Dental office at 512-346-4690. Austin Laser Dentist is proud to serve patients from Austin, Round Rock, and surrounding communities.